Carrie Pawley’s Post

“How do I create marketing that is inclusive and representative of Disability?” I get asked this a lot. It can be hard to represent something that is visible for some and non-visible for others. How exactly do we capture the diversity of Disability? How do we create Disability representation in marketing? And how do we make it inclusive? 1. Represent physical Disability, not just wheelchair users. While it's great to represent wheelchair users, we need to remember that there is a whole diverse community of Disabled people out there. 2. Show people using stimming tools/devices in the workplace. Let's normalize and reduce the stigma of using stimming tools/devices in the workplace. 3. Show people utilizing workplace adjustments/accommodations. There are so many adjustments/accommodations to choose from: screen readers, large monitors, elevated desks, ergonomic chairs, adapted keyboards, etc. 4. Show off your sensory rooms/quiet spaces and accessible working spaces. 5. Showcase the diversity of Disability. Disabled people are not just white. 6. Spotlight your Disability groups/networks/employee resource groups. Hold live events and share the work you are doing internally. 7. Share news about your latest Disability policies, partnerships, awards, accreditations, commitments or actions you're taking to create an inclusive equitable workplace. 8. Use actual images of your employees where you can. Stock images are so overdone, and everyone tends to use the same. Be authentic. 9. Attend Disability events, job fairs, charity events, and share with your network. Go beyond corporate responsibility and support local grassroots work. 10. For the love of inclusion, make your content accessible. Add alt text and image descriptions to images. Add captions and audio descriptions to videos. Don't overuse or replace words with emojis. Write in clear, jargon-free language. Use capital letters for each new word in your hashtags. Make accessibility part of your marketing team's process, not an afterthought. These are only some tips to get you started. Be creative, be innovative. And please be accessible. Image Description: The background is filled with outlines of stick people, whilst some are solid colours, representing visible and non-visible Disabilities. A text box with a purple trim reads “If you're only representing Disability at certain times of the year, (Disability Pride Month, IDPWD etc..), then you’re missing the point of representation.” #WednesdayWisdom #DisabilityInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #Marketing

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🏆 I think these are great suggestions. ************************** I used to teach… I taught children with disabilities. I specialized in students with moderate disabilities in social, emotional, and/or behavioral abilities (ex: autism requiring one on one support all day during school hours, behavioral challenges accompanied by ADHD, learning disabilities, cognitive delay and/or personal life challenges) I have a Masters Degree in the subject. I apply those learnings to my current work delivering corporate Human Resources analytics to mid-level and executive leaders (I experience it like data science with organizational psychology). ************************* One of the first things I learned in graduate school was that any strategies that are necessary for children with disabilities are beneficial for children who are not disabled. Applied to the idea of inclusion in the adult workplace: that’s a win-win solution for everybody. ✨

Disability affects us all, do you follow these tips to make your content inclusive, accessible and representative? With awareness comes learning that becomes practice even for me. Jamie Shields 💜 #DisabledAndProud #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #DEIJ #RepresentationMatters #InternationalEducation

I recently had a great, and timely, chat with Lauren Giella at Newsweek about disability inclusion. GoDaddy was featured on Newsweek’s first ranking of America's Greatest Workplaces for People with Disabilities 2024/2025 (https://lnkd.in/derEydrc) – a wonderful acknowledgment during this National Disability Employment Awareness Month – and we discussed some of the why and how organizations like ours prioritize having an inclusive workplace that enables everyone. The ‘why’ is easy: our mission is to empower entrepreneurs everywhere, making opportunity more inclusive for all – because we all deserve opportunity, we all create value, and we all are part of our community. ‘All’ includes the variety of disabilities, identities, and histories we represent. And, of course, to deliver this mission for our customers, we have to deliver it for our employees, too. The ‘how’ requires commitment, openness, and collaboration. We enable communication mechanisms for both individuals seeking accommodations or support, and for communities seeking allyship and advocacy. We offer resources, from benefits and programs to employee networks like our GoDaddy Abilities Employee Resource Group. And we continuously learn from our people, our customers, and the experts alike. Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/dJAXXfyi. What else do you think organizations should be doing for disability inclusion? Thanks to Lauren, Newsweek, and GoDaddy's Abilities ERG for amplifying the importance of having workplaces that support and enable people with disabilities. #disabilityinclusion #disabilityawareness #godaddy #godaddylife

📢 Are you a disability ERG/Network leader based in, or around London? This is an invitation for you to join our free, in-person London hub event on 9 October. PurpleSpace supported by our partners Motability Operations Ltd , MSD and our Media Partner, Financial Times is convening the world’s first Global Disability ERG/Network Summit on 15th October 2024. Ahead of the recorded event, A&O Shearman are hosting a London Summit Hub on 9 October. We will be connecting disability ERG/Network leaders to amplify the voices of disabled employees regarding the barriers that employers must remove in order for them to thrive at work. During the session, we will: ▪ Discuss in groups, the Top Ten Priorities of Disability ERG/Network Leaders, from our 2023 resource sponsored by Novartis and Tesco. The priorities were sourced from our network of over 4,000 + disability ERG /Network leaders working across nearly 200 organisations. ▪ Determine the top three strategic drivers of workplace equity as expressed directly by people with disabilities – that, if tackled, would result in lasting change in the employment prospects of employees with disabilities. Expected global impact of the Global Disability ERG Summit 2024: ✔ Clear messages from employees with disabilities regarding the barriers that employers must remove if they are to thrive at work. ✔ A new and compelling business and ethical rationale for investing in disability ERGs promoted across the global business community via our media partner, the Financial Times. ✔ An energized global movement of up to 2,000 disability ERG/Network leaders, champions and allies who represent the interests of over 1.5 million employees with disabilities. ✔ Increased capacity of PurpleSpace to nurture and enhance the impact and contribution of disability ERG/Networks worldwide and drive the future growth of this global movement. Session Agenda: - Introduction from PurpleSpace - Roundtable Discussion on Top Ten Priorities - Break - Vote on London’s Top Three Priorities - Next Steps - Close Location 📍 A&O Shearman, One Bishops Square | London, E1 6AD 🔖 If you are a disability ERG/Network leader and would like to attend, please contact kirstie@purplespace.org to register interest. ID: graphic with half of a purple globe image and text reading PurpleSpace Global Disability ERG Summit in partnership with Financial Times, Motability Operations and MSD - Hub Announcement London United Kingdom hosted by A&O Shearman 9 October 13:30 - 17:00 BST.

As we head towards National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which is observed annually in October, I encourage all business owners and companies to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities to America's workplaces and the economy and "reaffirm the commitment to ensure equal opportunity for all citizens." The theme for this year is "Access to Good Jobs for All." This October, companies of all sizes in every industry will honor the contributions of people with disabilities in the workplace and recommit to promoting supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices. With nearly 30% of the U.S. population living with a disability, the shift towards digital workspaces and platforms has created both opportunities and challenges for disability inclusion. Digital devices, platforms, and documents are integral to how we live and work, making accessibility not just a legal requirement, but a business imperative. When these systems are not designed with accessibility in mind, individuals with disabilities face barriers that can limit their ability to perform tasks, participate in virtual meetings, or apply for jobs. Prioritizing digital accessibility ensures equal opportunities for people with disabilities, expanding the talent pool for employers. Accessibility features like captioning, screen readers, and keyboard navigation also boost collaboration and productivity for all users, including aging employees or those in noisy settings. The importance of addressing this now is clear. Employers can start by implementing accessible design principles in their websites, applications, and documents, providing training for employees, and regularly assessing their digital systems for accessibility gaps. Here is my story: story:https://lnkd.in/g_DDfcjT In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Here are two ideas we are offering to you! IDEA #1: Sponsor a series of "Lunch and Learn" events About Disability and Accessibility for employees. In the spirit of Disability Month, Results One LLC will offer the following workshops at a 20% discount. ● Section 508 and Website Accessibility: What Everyone Should Know and Why It Matters ● Creating Accessible Content: The Basics ● Social Media & Accessibility ● Creating Accessible PDFs ● Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations ● Creating Accessible Document ● Introduction to Disability Inclusion ● Inclusive Practices for Conducting Accessible Virtual Meetings IDEA #2: Find out if your website is accessible to people with disabilities. Send your URL to kalfonsodc@resultsonellc.com for a free automated audit and a thirty-minute consultation with a certified accessibility tester. Please schedule a meeting at meetwithkimalfonso.com to discuss your training and accessibility needs.

As we head towards National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which is observed annually in October, I encourage all business owners and companies to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities to America's workplaces and the economy and "reaffirm the commitment to ensure equal opportunity for all citizens." The theme for this year is "Access to Good Jobs for All." This October, companies of all sizes in every industry will honor the contributions of people with disabilities in the workplace and recommit to promoting supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices. With nearly 30% of the U.S. population living with a disability, the shift towards digital workspaces and platforms has created both opportunities and challenges for disability inclusion. Digital devices, platforms, and documents are integral to how we live and work, making accessibility not just a legal requirement, but a business imperative. When these systems are not designed with accessibility in mind, individuals with disabilities face barriers that can limit their ability to perform tasks, participate in virtual meetings, or apply for jobs. Prioritizing digital accessibility ensures equal opportunities for people with disabilities, expanding the talent pool for employers. Accessibility features like captioning, screen readers, and keyboard navigation also boost collaboration and productivity for all users, including aging employees or those in noisy settings. The importance of addressing this now is clear. Employers can start by implementing accessible design principles in their websites, applications, and documents, providing training for employees, and regularly assessing their digital systems for accessibility gaps. Here is my story: story:https://lnkd.in/gDhp4UbA In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Here are two ideas we are offering to you! IDEA #1: Sponsor a series of "Lunch and Learn" events About Disability and Accessibility for employees. In the spirit of Disability Month, Results One LLC will offer the following workshops at a 20% discount. ● Section 508 and Website Accessibility: What Everyone Should Know and Why It Matters ● Creating Accessible Content: The Basics ● Social Media & Accessibility ● Creating Accessible PDFs ● Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations ● Creating Accessible Document ● Introduction to Disability Inclusion ● Inclusive Practices for Conducting Accessible Virtual Meetings IDEA #2: Find out if your website is accessible to people with disabilities. Send your URL to kalfonsodc@resultsonellc.com for a free automated audit and a thirty-minute consultation with a certified accessibility tester. Please schedule a meeting at meetwithkimalfonso.com to discuss your training and accessibility needs.

LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network and has a simple, powerful mission: to connect the world’s professionals to make them more productive and successful. It has 1 billion members in more then 200 countries and territories worldwide. Their vision: to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. The company began in #ReidHoffman’s living room in 2002 and officially launched in 2003. In 2016, Microsoft completed its acquisition of LinkedIn and is now led by CEO Ryan Roslansky. In his own LinkedIn profile, he says “I’m excited to continue driving our vision of creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.” 💜 I love that. It’s the reminder that so many of the greatest ideas to create and sustain economic opportunity often start with hard work from living rooms. And it is a reminder that sustained success by subsequent CEOs is driven by a continued desire to build a better working world. And I love it that our latest #PositivelyPurple Forum meeting PurpleSpace this week we focused on the SIMPLE and POWERFUL suggestion that EVERY disability ERG/Network lead adds reference to their leadership position in their LinkedIn profiles. 📢 Becoming more out, loud and proud in setting up and delivering disability ERGs/Networks is having a worldwide impact on the global growth of leadership hubs that are driving internal systems change. 🙏 Thanks to our wonderful sponsors Novartis and Tesco and incredible speakers #RaeHinton of LinkedIn Elaine Carroll of Google Russell Price of Tesco and Stephie Elms of Novartis. #Simple #Effective #LeadershipCommunity #Profile #PositivelyPurple

🌟 Exciting Announcement 🌟 In celebration of Disability Employment Awareness Month #DEAM and in partnership with Disability:IN, we’re thrilled to release our new report spotlighting global leaders in #DisabilityInclusion transparency. As organizations strive to reflect the communities they serve, sharing data on disability inclusion has never been more critical. In a survey by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), 25% of respondents reported having a disability or health condition that limits a major life activity — a statistic that mirrors the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s findings that 27% of U.S. adults have some type of disability. Yet, transparency remains a challenge. To help drive change, we’re unveiling The Disability Transparency Tiles 2024, which recognizes 45 organizations leading the way in reporting disability representation and inclusion across six key criteria. 💡 Congratulations to the Top 10 Leaders: 1. BT Group 2. KPMG UK 3. Clifford Chance 4. PwC UK 5. BBC 6. ITV 7. Booz Allen Hamilton Allen 8. Accenture 9. MassMutual 10. Deloitte These organizations are setting the standard for disability transparency, helping to foster work environments where everyone can thrive. 🙌 At Windō, we believe that impactful transparency is key to driving real change. To determine the leaders, we evaluated public data from over 600 of the largest U.S. and European companies, focusing on workforce and leadership representation, pay equity, and other indicators of inclusion. We commend all 45 companies for their commitment to transparency and creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. 🙌 🔗 Explore the full report and see how transparency drives meaningful change! https://lnkd.in/gxV6-eW3 With a special thanks to Reid Jewett Smith, Ph.D., Jill Houghton and their wonderful team for providing the research, resources, network and leadership to help organizations to realise the benefits of disability inclusion. #Inclusion #Leadership #Transparency #DEI

All too often the corporate world aligns the concept of high performing as something that is incompatible with people living with a disability. This thinking comes from generations of stigma that is still faced every day by people. Dismantling that stigma will not happen in a day - it needs a consistent commitment to challenging and dismantling stigma and understanding that a truly high performing workplace is one that is built on a #diversity of thought and experience. Which gets me to Windō working with Disability:IN who have launched their new Disability Transparency Tiles initiative 2024, which recognizes 45 organizations leading the way in reporting disability representation and inclusion across six key criteria. So pleased that Clifford Chance have been placed third overall. We know there is so much more to do and it will requires a partnership between our firm, our people and our clients. There is no room for complacency when challenging stigma and it will take all of us. You can check out the report here https://lnkd.in/egyzF5NZ #inclusion